Bongeziwe Mabandla wins his first SAMA
Bongeziwe Mabandla takes home gold for his album Mangaliso in the category Best Alternative Music Album. After the release of his sophomore album early last year, Bongeziwe went on to play a number of successful shows across the globe, and the music received rave reviews worldwide. Clearly this young man is preparing for much […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla shares official “Bawo Wam” music video
Bongeziwe Mabandla shares the official music video for his latest single “Bawo Wam”. Shot in black and white featuring stunning double exposed footage, the visuals perfectly accompany the song’s powerful message. “Bawo Wam, like most of the album deals with transition and spiritually”, says Bongeziwe. “I’m a more hopeful and thankful mindset and it shows […]
Mangaliso earns Bongeziwe Mabandla a 2018 SAMA nomination
Bongeziwe Mabandla’s 2017 release Mangaliso has been honoured with a nomination at the South African Music Awards 2018 in the category Best Alternative Music Album. After touring the album across the world to critical acclaim, this comes as no surprise. The Awards will be held on 27 May at Sun City Resort. They will be […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla featured on Business Day
Business Day calls Bongeziwe Mabandla an adventurous presentation of alternative African music. Read the full article here.
Bongeziwe Mabandla LIVE at The Lyric Theatre
Footage of Bongeziwe and band at their Lyric Theatre show, one of their standout performances of 2017. Find out more about Bongeziwe in his interview with Business Day here.
Bongeziwe Mabandla announces 2018 Tour
Following the release of his acclaimed second studio album Mangaliso last year, Bongeziwe Mabandla is readying a multi-country tour. The 10-date tour will see Bongeziwe take his message of the beauty of life to audiences in the UK, Australia, Mozambique, Reunion Island and his home of South Africa. The shows will feature his full band, […]
‘Bawo Wam’ LIVE at the Lyric Theatre
Bongeziwe and band’s live rendition of ‘Bawo Wam’ at the Lyric Theatre, 2017.
Bongeziwe Mabandla lends his voice to Black Label’s #NoExcuses campaign
Taking a powerful stand against the abuse of women in South Africa, Carling Black Label called on Bongeziwe Mabandla to help them communicate a special message to the country.
Bongeziwe Mabandla drops new single ‘Mangaliso’
Mangaliso is the brand-new single from the new face of Afro-folk – Bongeziwe Mabandla, the two time SAMA nominated artist, said the new single is loosely written on a number of experiences he had. That it’s about finally seeing something you only thought about; it’s about the magic in a factual world. The song is […]
Bongeziwe Mabandla talks heritage with Zoe Modiga and Unlabelled Mag
Ahead of his performance at the 4th Hugh Masekela Heritage Festival, Bongeziwe and musician Zoe Modiga sat down with Unlabelled Maga to explore his roots and artistry. The piece is accompanied by a beautiful shoot featuring Bongeziwe in exclusive Rich Mnisi and Fundudzi garments. Check it out on Unlabelled Mag now.